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Do you have an idea to solve a societal problem you are either impacted by yourself or have a passion for? Are you interested in exploring Social Innovation as a career option? This 1 week Winter School will put the building blocks in place to start your own social venture.
Stellenbosch and other communities are grappling with societal challenges such as crime, lack of infrastructure, youth unemployment, mental health, unclear career paths, access to affordable energy sources, and the need for climate resilience in vulnerable areas.
To address these issues, it is crucial for academia, impact investors and vulnerable communities to collaborate and collectively brainstorm innovative solutions.
By leveraging academic expertise and the lived experiences of community members, we can co-develop effective strategies for positive change, resulting in co-owned social ventures, benefiting vulnerable communities socially as well as economically.
What will it cover?
• Understanding social problems & their root causes
• Identifying opportunities for innovation
• Design thinking and human-centered IDEA generation
• Business models for social innovation
• Scaling social innovations & Measuring Impact
• Case studies & project visits
Venues:
15 July: Sustainability Institute, Lynedoch Road, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
16 July: Sustainability Institute, Lynedoch Road, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
17 July: Launchlab, Stellenbosch University Facilities Management, Hammanshand road, Stellenbosch
18 July: Sustainability Institute, Lynedoch Road, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
19 July: CoCreate Hub, 7 Victoria street, Stellenbosch
08:30 – 16:30 daily
Finish 2 pm on Friday 19 July 2024
